Hingham, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Hingham is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 927. Residents earn $92,656 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
927 Population 346/sq mi density
$92,656 Median Income $41,446 per capita
$248,800 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,656 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$248,800 home value, $1,000/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,656
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $248,800
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

How Hingham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population927
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,656
Per Capita$41,446
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$9,431M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$248,800
Rent$1,000
Ownership93.1%
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Elevation796 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries8

Is Hingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hingham receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hingham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hingham is $92,656, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hingham is $248,800, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches, including 48.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hingham has a population of 927 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%).

Population

927
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hingham is $92,656, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,656
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,446
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$74,285

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,046
County GDP$9,431M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare339
Retail366
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hingham is $248,800, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). 93.1% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,800
12% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.1%
Owner-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Hingham, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hingham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death6,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access85.6%
Healthcare Facilities339

Crime Rates: Hingham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Hingham has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.6 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall48.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation796 ft (243 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates43.6543°N, 87.9106°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55117
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities339
Restaurants288
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

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